Our eyes are the windows through which we view the world around us. Given the important role that our eyes play in our daily lives, it is essential that we give them the best care possible. There are many things you can do to keep your eyes healthy and make sure you are seeing at…
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the conjunctiva, which is the thin transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye. Often called pink eye, conjunctivitis is a common eye disease, especially in children. If you think you may have pink eye, you should…
Ophthalmoscopy is an exam eye doctors use to look into your eyes and evaluate their health. With this exam, your eye doctor can see the retina (which senses light and images), the optic disk (where the optic nerve takes the information to the brain) and blood vessels. The eye is a beautiful organ, and it…
Phones, computers, televisions – our lives are filled with screens, and staring at them for too long can be harmful to our eyes, causing a condition known as digital eye strain. Digital eye strain is a collection of vision-related symptoms, including blurred vision and dry eyes, caused by extended screen time. Today, more and more…
You’ve likely heard of cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. These are eye conditions that are commonly treated at Saland Vision however we also treat many less-common eye diseases. Here we will review 4 unusual eye diseases that you may not have heard of: Stargardt Disease – Also known as juvenile macular degeneration, Stargardt’s disease is…
If you’ve ever looked closely at your eye glass prescription, you’ve probably wondered what the numbers and terms mean. In order to be interpreted worldwide, eyeglass prescriptions are written in a standardized format with common notations. Notable terms include: Sphere (SPH) – The term “sphere” means that the correction for nearsightedness or farsightedness is spherical,…
Routine comprehensive eye exams are important for your overall health and well-being. If it’s been a while since you’ve visited your eye doctor, or you’ve never had an eye exam, it can be helpful to know what to expect when you visit the optometrist. A comprehensive eye exam in Dallas includes several steps. During a…
Eye floaters are spots in your vision. They might appear to you as black or gray specks, strings or cobwebs that wander about when you move your eyes and appear to dart away when you try to look at them directly. Eye floaters may be caused by: Age – Most eye floaters occur as part…
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and can lead to permanent vision loss due to a build-up of pressure in the eye. Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness. It is important to know the signs of glaucoma so that it may be diagnosed and treated before…
If you are diagnosed with macular degeneration, especially age-related macular degeneration (AMD), you may be concerned about the best method for preserving your eyesight. While AMD is a chronic condition, studies have shown that there are several treatments that can slow its progression or reduce the risk of it developing. If you are diagnosed with…
Saland Vision
8220 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 700
Dallas,
TX
75231
(214) 691-8000
Saland Vision
8220 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 116
Dallas,
TX
75231
(214) 691-8000
Mon - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat - Sun Closed
